R&D CHEFF

PT Excelso Multirasa; Jakarta Utara; On-site; IDR 100.000.000 - 200.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading culinary service provider in Jakarta Utara is seeking a Culinary Research & Development Specialist who is proficient in both modern and classical cooking techniques. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in menu presentation, food safety, and collaborative skills across departments. This position requires at least 3 years of experience in food R&D and a relevant culinary degree. Competitive benefits and opportunities for creative input are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in food R&D, preferably in a restaurant or coffee shop setting.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, ingredients, and food safety standards.
• Availability to work outside usual hours when required.

Responsibilities

• Create innovative menu items based on modern and classical culinary techniques.
• Collaborate with Operations, Central Kitchen, Marketing, Training, and Supply Chain.
• Ensure adherence to food safety standards and conduct food costing.

Skills

Culinary techniques

Menu presentation and plating

Food costing

Problem-solving

Collaboration across departments

Education

Diploma (D3) or Bachelor's degree (S1) in Culinary Arts, Food Technology

Job description

What you will do

• Proficient in both modern and classical culinary techniques (Western, Asian, and Indonesian cuisines).
• Creative, innovative, and sensitive to F&B trends, with strong skills in menu presentation and plating.
• Skilled in food costing, portion control, and food safety standards.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and detail-oriented mindset.
• Able to collaborate effectively across departments (Operations, Central Kitchen, Marketing, Training, and Supply Chain).
• Adaptive to feedback and quick in iterating recipes.

What you need

• Minimum education of Diploma (D3) or Bachelor's degree (S1) in Culinary Arts, Food Technology, or a related field
• At least 3 years of experience in food R&D, preferably in a restaurant or coffee shop setting
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, ingredients, and food safety standards
• Are you available to work outside your usual hours when required? (e.g. weekends, evenings, public holidays)